Murray Wise Associates Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Murray Wise Associates Foundation is a private foundation in Champaign, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,739 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $6,185 and the largest $13,606. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$24,739
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$6,185
- Largest grant$13,606
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,000 | 4 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,500 | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $24,739 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Murray Wise Associates Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Murray Wise Associates Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $13,606 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $6,185 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,948 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Foundation | Educational Support | $13,606 |
| Arkansas State University Foundatio | Educational Support | $6,185 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | Educational Support | $4,948 |
Officers and trustees
- Jamie Knight
- Kristin L Wise
- Murray R Wise
- Carole Sue Triplett
- David B Sholem
- Jeffrey T Wright
- Robin Niehaus Kim
- Marcia Jager
Questions people ask
Does Murray Wise Associates Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Murray Wise Associates Foundation give?
$24,739 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $6,185.
Who runs Murray Wise Associates Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jamie Knight (Executive Dir.), Kristin L Wise (Director), Murray R Wise (Chairman/Pres) and Carole Sue Triplett (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Murray Wise Associates Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.